יש לך...?
Do you have...?
Yesh lecha? (m) / Yesh lach? (f)
Ask if someone has something.
Context: Changes based on who you're asking. Very useful question.
⚠️ Gender Note: This phrase changes based on the speaker's gender. Use baba for the correct form based on your gender.
How to Use "Do you have...?" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Changes based on who you're asking.
B: יש לך...?
This phrase is considered neutral in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "יש לך...?"
Yesh lecha? (m) / Yesh lach? (f)
Break it down: Yesh — lecha? — (m) — / — Yesh — lach? — (f)
Hebrew is read from right to left. The transliteration above follows English reading order (left to right) to help you pronounce each sound correctly.
Cultural Tips for Using This Phrase
In Israel, this phrase works in most situations — from talking to friends to speaking with shopkeepers or colleagues.
Hebrew is a gendered language. This phrase changes depending on who is speaking or being spoken to. baba automatically handles gender for you in translations.
Body language matters in Israel. When saying "do you have...?", Israelis will appreciate your effort to speak Hebrew, even if imperfect. Don't be afraid to try!
Learning "Do you have...?" — Quick Reference
| Hebrew | יש לך...? |
| Pronunciation | Yesh lecha? (m) / Yesh lach? (f) |
| English | Do you have...? |
| Category | questions |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | Yes — changes by gender |
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